Highlights
St. Vincent’s Medical Center, a 520-bed academic teaching hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut , is actively seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Internal Medicine Hospitalist to join our expanding Department of Medicine. Hartford HealthCare is one of the largest integrated healthcare systems in New England , serving 1 in every 2 Connecticut residents across 400+ locations , including: 9 acute care hospitals.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Bridgeport, CT |
| Salary | $100.96–$198.03 Per Hour |
Description
- Pay range: $100.96 – $198.03 per hour (about $210K – $412K a year full-time)
- Practice site: St. Vincent's Medical Center, 2800 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT
- Schedule: Full Time
- System: Hartford HealthCare, Connecticut’s most comprehensive health system
Hospitalist Physician – Academic Medical Center
St. Vincent’s Medical Center | Bridgeport, Connecticut (Fairfield County)
Full-Time | Internal Medicine | Academic Teaching Opportunity
Join a High-Performing Academic Hospitalist Program in Coastal Connecticut
St. Vincent’s Medical Center, a 520-bed academic teaching hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut, is actively seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Internal Medicine Hospitalist to join our expanding Department of Medicine.
As a key member of Hartford HealthCare, you will practice in a collaborative, physician-led environment that prioritizes clinical excellence, medical education, and patient-centered care.
This is an ideal opportunity for physicians seeking a Hospitalist role with teaching responsibilities, strong specialty support, and a balanced schedule in Fairfield County—just one hour from New York City.
About the Program
St. Vincent’s Medical Center is a major academic affiliate of the Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University, offering a dynamic environment for physicians passionate about resident education and mentorship.
Our Hospital Medicine program is well-established, collegial, and supported by a full complement of subspecialists and dedicated intensivists.
Position Highlights (Hospitalist Job – Connecticut)
Hospital Type: 520-bed academic medical center
Location: Bridgeport, CT (Fairfield County, coastal Connecticut)
Schedule: ~17–19 shifts per month (non-block scheduling model)
Patient Census: Average 14–16 patients per shift (cap ~18–20)
ICU Model: Closed ICU with 24/7 intensivist coverage
Procedures & Coverage:
- Hospitalists manage rapid responses
- Intensivists lead code situations and ICU care
Team Structure: 25+ Hospitalists in a collaborative, team-based model Support: Strong case management, nursing, and specialty backup
Academic & Teaching Opportunities
- Active involvement in resident teaching and supervision
- Faculty appointment opportunities through Quinnipiac University
- Participation in quality improvement, clinical education, and curriculum development
- Ideal for physicians interested in Academic Hospital Medicine careers
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary with productivity incentives
- 4 weeks paid time off (PTO)
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision)
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Malpractice coverage with tail
- CME allowance and academic support
About Hartford HealthCare
Hartford HealthCare is one of the largest integrated healthcare systems in New England, serving 1 in every 2 Connecticut residents across 400+ locations, including:
9 acute care hospitals
A large multi-specialty physician group (1,000+ providers)
Six system-wide institutes:
- Heart & Vascular Institute
- Ayer Neuroscience Institute
- Bone & Joint Institute
- Tallwood Urology & Kidney Institute
- Cancer Institute
- Behavioral Health Network
Our system is recognized for innovation, physician leadership, and a strong commitment to quality and safety.
Why Bridgeport & Fairfield County, Connecticut?
- Prime location 1 hour from New York City
- Coastal living with access to beaches and marinas
- Top-rated public and private schools
- Diverse housing options: suburban, urban, and waterfront communities
- Access to world-class dining, arts, and recreation
This region offers an exceptional work-life balance for physicians and families.
Apply Today – Hospitalist Job in Connecticut
If you are seeking a Hospitalist position in Connecticut with academic involvement, strong support, and career growth, we encourage you to apply.
This is a salaried position. While compensation is presented as an hourly rate for consistency across our postings, this position is paid on a salary basis. The hiring range reflects a good faith estimate of pay for this position as of the posting date. Actual pay will be determined based on qualifications, location, internal equity, and other factors that may include hire bonuses, incentive pay plans, loan repayment, administrative stipends, or relocation.
Qualifications
- MD or DO with Board Certification in Internal Medicine
- Eligible for Connecticut medical licensure
- Strong clinical skills and commitment to teaching and academic engagement
- Interest in scholarly activity (research, quality improvement, publications)